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For the first time ever, four U.S. Military Service dogs have received a new award: the K-9 Medal of Courage. According to Stars and Stripes, the medal is the nation’s highest honor for military dogs, acknowledging their extraordinary valor and service, awarded by the American Humane Association. As reported by Stars and Stripes, the Four…

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina — For the first time ever, a professional sporting event will be held at an active military base. Major League Baseball’s Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins will participate in a historic regular season event that is set to honor America’s troops this July 3. The coaches and players from both teams…

Not all of America’s heroes walk on two legs. In fact, U.S. Military dogs are some of the country’s most important soldiers overseas. From sniffing for bombs to keeping soldiers company, America’s canine troops provide a valuable skill set that no other soldier can. Unfortunately, many service dogs are separated from their military handlers when…

A brand new documentary titled The Unknowns is coming to select theaters this month and aims to bring to light the stories of the guards of the nation’s most famous tomb. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a hallmark of the nation’s premier military burial ground: Arlington National Cemetery. Nearly 4 million people visit…

Earlier this spring, one of America’s toughest marine dogs was awarded the highest honor that Great Britain has to offer. The PDSA Dickin Medal, the animal equivalent of the Victoria Cross, was awarded to Lucca, a German Shepherd who was in active service in Iraq and Afghanistan until her tragic accident. While serving in Afghanistan…